For once, its gonna be for me.

by Sara

Hi I'm Sara and I'm 14 years old. I have always been more than a little chubby as long as I can remember, and when I started High School, I got motivated to do something about what I accepted as just a part of who I was. I told myself that I deserve to feel better and more confident.I had been playing soccer for a few years, but in the fall I really put my heart and soul into the sport I love. That season, I ran a mile non-stop for the first time in my life, and I proved to my coaches and myself that I can and will work hard. I was ready to become who i wanted to be, and not just be who i was. It was time for change. I got my mom on board, and together we decided to change out lives.
In the 5 months since I decided to change, I've lost nearly 30lbs by just eating better and exercising a few times a week. Now I'm within 10lbs of a healthy weight. I'm not done yet, but sometimes you need to stop, take a moment, and realize how far you've come. I'm much happier and healthier already and i just cant describe how much it is worth it!